as in convinces
to cause (someone) to think or believe something by using methods that make a person unable to think normally
Terrorists brainwashed the prisoners. Does advertising brainwash children?
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This is when someone convinces your mobile carrier to transfer your phone number to their device.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
11 Mar. 2026 -
Henry’s wife Yasmin (Marisa Abela) ultimately convinces Hayley to accuse Dycker of assault, discrediting his story about Tender, and weaponizing #MeToo-era politics.—
Jeff Ihaza,
Rolling Stone,
5 Mar. 2026
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But then a mysterious Romany woman (Rebecca Ferguson) turns up, and persuades him to return to Birmingham, in order to bring his violent illegitimate son (Barry Keoghan) – who now runs his Peaky Blinders mob – to heel.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
12 Mar. 2026
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Carlo’s friend Rodrigo persuades him to take up the Flemish cause with Philip, leading to a sword-threatening confrontation.—
Scott Cantrell,
Dallas Morning News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Oh, there’s also Queenie’s frenemy Kate (Adrienne Warren), who brings along a hunky plus-one with a roving eye (Jelani Alladin).—
Dan Stahl,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
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ThirdLove, meanwhile, brings some of its signature comfort to this lightweight lace bralette, which pairs a soft, stretchy base with a subtle leaf pattern that blends nicely against skin.—
Malia Griggs,
Glamour,
13 Mar. 2026
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Although the area attracts many day hikers and backpackers, its rugged and remote terrain poses significant challenges for emergency responders, who often must hike long distances over steep ground to reach those in need.—
CBS News Atlanta Digital Team,
CBS News,
17 Mar. 2026
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And despite the metro area’s high cost of living, San Francisco still attracts a variety of residents, including everyone from students to tech whizzes to scores of graphic designers.—
Amelia Mularz,
Architectural Digest,
17 Mar. 2026
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While the store imports its goods from Pakistan and sells styles traditional to South Asia, Malik said his customers come from a variety of backgrounds, including from Middle Eastern and Western countries and traditions.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Mar. 2026
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An Orange County company that sells franchises for popular boutique fitness studios has reached an agreement with the Federal Trade Commission to settle allegations of rule and practice violations and will pay $17 million to franchisees.—
City News Service,
Oc Register,
18 Mar. 2026
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Loot boxes in the crosshairs James alleges Valve entices players to pay for a chance to win a rare virtual item, and that those rare items can be traded for real money in accordance with their rarity.—
Jesse Zanger,
CBS News,
25 Feb. 2026
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Your starter entices with a spicy-tangy flavor, leading into the classic roasted chicken entree.—
Alana Al-Hatlani,
Southern Living,
31 Jan. 2026
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The French Quarter is a place that always induces a fuguelike headspace for me.—
Deborah Treisman,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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Crews have been deployed to spray disinfectant on vehicles entering the exclusion zone to avoid any possible transfer of the highly-contagious viral disease that induces fever and blister-like sores in the mouth, drastically reduces milk production and leaves animals weakened.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026
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But perhaps most importantly, Soluna exudes a kindness and warm that influences the world around her.—
Heide Janssen,
Oc Register,
15 Mar. 2026
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The 10-year Treasury yield influences mortgage rates.—
Kevin Stankiewicz,
CNBC,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Brainwashes.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/brainwashes. Accessed 19 Mar. 2026.
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